Bourbon and Balance

Bourbon and Balance


Latest Episodes

Quick Thoughts on the Week Before and After Competition, feat. Michael Paas
August 02, 2020

This week we discuss strategies for the week leading up to competition and the week following in both Olympic Weightlifting and Crossfit. Please shoot us a message if you have any specific questions!

Interview with Jolene Weesjes, Doctor of Physical Therapy
July 26, 2020

This week we interview our friend Jolene Weesjes. We discuss a wide range of topics, including her struggle with the US immigration process, her journey becoming a physical therapist, and some of her best tips for preventing injuries. Link to November Pro

Quick Hitter: Random Thoughts On Training, Elite Level Fitness Challenges, and Music
July 19, 2020

Just two dudes goofin. Talking all sorts of random stuff in this quick episode. Link to Adam Klink's 500lb Squat and Sub 5 Minute Mile Run Challenge

Interview with Solo Scott, Former Professional Surfer
July 12, 2020

This week we interview Solo Scott, who was visiting Grand Rapids from Venice Beach, California. Solo tells us his story about growing up in California, skateboarding and surfing, and eventually touring the world as a professional surfer.  Check out S

Interview with Rachel Clousing, Personal Trainer and Former Figure Pro Competitor
July 05, 2020

This week we interview Rachel Clousing, Personal Trainer and Former Figure Pro Competitor. Rachel is also a Personal Trainer and functional fitness Coach at 8th Day Gym. Follow Rachel on Social Media: @rachelclousing 

Interview with Michael and Heather Paas, Crossfit Super Couple
June 28, 2020

This week we interviewed Michael and Heather Paas. We discuss their athletic backgrounds, how they got into the sport of Crossfit, how their relationship has grown training and competing together, and how having children has changed their training. 

Interview with Rachel Steil, Author of Running In Silence
June 21, 2020

This week we interview Rachel Steil, eating disorder recovery advocate and the author of Running in Silence (Rachael Rose Media, LLC). which shares her story as an All-American athlete struggling with anorexia and binge eating. Contact Rachel: https://run

What consumes you?
June 14, 2020

Today we discuss the things that are eating up the hours of our day: music, podcasts, TV, food, training, and work.

Discussing Life and Training Post Quarantine
June 07, 2020

This week we discuss the things that we're most excited for when the stay home order is lifted, how to safely return to training, and some changes you may see to your gym when you go back.

Interview with Sam Parker- US Army Veteran and Owner of Crossfit Grand Rapids
June 01, 2020

This week we interview long time friend and mentor Sam Parker. Sam talks in depth about his military career and how he got into crossfit. Check him out on Social Media CFGR Facebook CFGR Instagram CFGR Website Also check out this great cause that Sam has